Governor Gavin Newsom requests federal assistance from President Trump
Maximum limit would be required for new and existing trucks weighing over 26,000 lbs.
Agency wants to reduce time and costs for driving schools and applicants
Ray Martinez concedes finding enough drivers aged 18-20 with military experience could be difficult.
LTL giant claims new requirements would also add costs to its in-house driver training.
White House receives guidelines but DOT, FMCSA still must sign off.
Capitol Hill hearing took on lease-purchase agreements, truck size and weights
FMCSA wants to fill “critical data gap” on loading dock wait times
Democrats boost maritime programs over Trump’s budget
Measure also seeks to keep 30-minute rest break, ag hauler ELD exemption.
